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MADRID, SPAIN - MAY 08: Harry Kane of Bayern Munich looks dejected after the team's defeat and elimination from the UEFA Champions League during the UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg match between Real Madrid and FC Bayern München at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on May 08, 2024 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)

The UEFA Champions League semi-final results brought drama, late goals, and defensive struggles as Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal advanced to the final. Fans across Europe followed the UEFA Champions League semi-final closely as two intense matches decided who would reach the final in Budapest.

PSG survived a nine-goal thriller against Bayern Munich before finishing the job in Germany with a disciplined performance. Arsenal, meanwhile, edged Atlético Madrid in a tactical contest that stayed tight until the final whistle.

The UEFA Champions League semi-final 2026 results confirmed PSG’s return to the final and Arsenal’s first appearance at that stage since 2006. Both clubs now stand a step closer to winning the most prestigious trophy in European club football after intense and emotional evenings in the UEFA Champions League.

UEFA Champions League Semi-Final Results Shock Bayern Munich

The initial match between Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich at Parc des Princes turned into one of the most high-scoring recent UEFA Champions League games.

PSG attacked quickly and exposed Bayern’s high defensive line several times in the opening half. The French side moved into a 3–1 lead before halftime and looked in control. Bayern responded strongly after the break through Harry Kane and Jamal Musiala. The German club fought back to level the score at 4–4 during a frantic second half.

Late in the match, Bradley Barcola scored in the 89th minute to give PSG a 5–4 win before the return leg. The result immediately became one of the biggest talking points from the UEFA Champions League results this season.

In the second leg at the Allianz Arena, PSG shifted their strategy, emphasizing a stronger defensive setup. Ousmane Dembélé scored on a counterattack in the 22nd minute to extend PSG’s aggregate lead. Bayern pushed forward for most of the match but only scored through a late Harry Kane penalty. Paris Saint-Germain moved forward with a 6–5 total score.

UEFA Champions League Semi-Final 2026 Results Send Arsenal Through

The other UEFA Champions League semi-final featured Arsenal against Atlético Madrid in a much tighter, more defensive contest.

The first leg at Metropolitano Stadium started with Atlético taking the lead through Antoine Griezmann. Arsenal controlled possession for long periods but struggled to break through Atlético’s defensive shape.

Arsenal finally equalized in the 78th minute when Martin Ødegaard curled a shot into the top corner. The 1–1 draw kept the contest evenly poised before the second leg in London.

At Emirates Stadium, Atlético defended deep and attempted to force extra time. Arsenal continued to attack and found the breakthrough in the 63rd minute. Bukayo Saka cut inside from the right and scored with a deflected effort that beat Jan Oblak.

Arsenal defended their lead well for the final half-hour. William Saliba led the back line as the English club secured a 2–1 aggregate victory in the UEFA Champions League semi-final 2026.

UEFA Champions League Final Date and Venue Confirmed

The latest results confirmed that Paris Saint-Germain will face Arsenal in the 2026 UEFA Champions League Final on May 30, 2026.

The UEFA Champions League final will take place at Puskás Aréna. Arsenal will play in their first Champions League final since 2006, while PSG will try to win the competition after another strong European campaign.